Merz Calls for Faster EU Expansion as Western Balkan Leaders Meet
Despite growing political support for enlargement, joining the EU remains a lengthy and demanding process.
TL;DR
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz urged the EU to show willingness and ability to admit new members.
- EU leaders met with Western Balkan counterparts at a summit in Tivat, Montenegro.
- Discussions focused on EU enlargement amidst geopolitical pressures from the war in Ukraine and competition in southeastern Europe.